Real Estate Associate

Job Overview
A law firm is seeking an associate with 2-5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions. The role involves handling acquisitions and dispositions, real estate finance, joint ventures, and development matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, superior drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to take on significant project responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position with flexibility for remote work and is based in New Jersey. Candidates must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar.

Location

• Florham Park, NJ

Duties

• Handle commercial real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and development.
• Assist with real estate finance matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex agreements and documents.
• Manage significant project responsibilities and work with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to provide efficient legal solutions.
• Participate in client-facing situations and provide exceptional service.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience in acquisitions, dispositions, real estate finance, joint ventures, and development.
• Strong academic background.
• Superior drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle significant responsibilities and manage multiple projects.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and team-oriented.
• Comfort in client-facing situations and the ability to foster strong client relationships.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex real estate transactions.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with client interactions and managing client relationships.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA
• Short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, life insurance, long-term care, critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance
• Commuter and Transit programs (may vary by location)

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